fruit tree variety in zone 7b
Lapins sweet cherry in zone 7b
Lapins · Prunus avium
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- Zone
- 7b 5°F to 10°F
- Growing season
- 220 days
- Chill needed
- 700 to 1100 below 45°F
- Days to harvest
- 60 to 80
The verdict
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About Lapins
Sweet, large, dark red, crack-resistant in rain; one of the best modern fresh-eating cherries. Self-fertile.
Critical timing for zone 7b
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Common challenges in zone 7b
- ▸ Cedar-apple rust pressure heavy in piedmont
- ▸ Japanese beetles
- ▸ Brown marmorated stink bug
- ▸ Late summer disease pressure
Modified care for zone 7b
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Lapins in adjacent zones
Other sweet cherry varieties for zone 7b
Frequently asked questions
- Will Lapins sweet cherry grow in zone 7b?
Yes. Lapins is recommended for USDA zones 5b through 7b, which includes zone 7b.
- Are there enough chill hours in zone 7b?
Sweet Cherry needs 700 to 1100 chill hours. Zone 7b typically meets this range; check local microclimate against historical chill totals to confirm.
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